2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 294 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 890 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Bentley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Arnage | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
